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The park was established in June 2002. It stretches for 110 kilometres (68 mi) along the northeast coast of
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was the operator of the Park in an agreement with the
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September. Daytime temperatures vary from around 25 °C (77 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F) depending on the time of year. Water temperatures are from 24 °C (75 °F) to 27 °C (81 °F). Accommodations for tourists range from basic beach-front cottages to luxurious villas.
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for these rangers, and running more environmental education programs. On a positive note, improvements in species quantity, size and diversity were recorded.
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